Core Use Models
Since the launch of FirstDefender, Ahura Scientific, now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, has been at the forefront of handheld, field-based chemical identification. The company has built on that legacy and now offers products addressing the following core use models:
Identification
Thermo Scientific FirstDefender (Raman) and TruDefender FT (FTIR) are designed for identification of unknown chemicals. This is done by collecting a spectrum from an unknown material and comparing it against an on-board chemical library. The analysis result is a chemical or mixture of chemicals, including detailed chemical information.
Learn more about FirstDefender and TruDefender FT, formerly sold under the Ahura Scientific brand.
Authentication
Thermo Scientific TruScan uses Raman spectroscopy, the same underlying technology as FirstDefender, but is designed for a different purpose. Rather than identifying an unknown, TruScan is designed to authenticate or verify that a known sample is as expected. This is a one-to-one comparison which leads to a PASS or FAIL result.
Learn more about TruScan for raw material inspection.
Screening
Most recently, Thermo Scientific TruScreen for bottled liquid threat applications was introduced. The screening use model is not focused on identifying a substance or confirming its authenticity. Rather, it is designed to quickly screen for particular items of interest – in the case of TruScreen, for potential liquid explosives and precursors. This results in a easily interpreted CLEAR or ALARM result.
Learn more about TruScreen for liquid threat screening.
For more information, please contact info@ahurascientific.com.